Some initial quick impressions on the medals list from an your consumer-focused, untrained wine blogger. I find the list and my preferences seem to get closer together every year. Continue reading The 2026 Virginia Governor’s Cup Medals
Virginia Nebbiolo is gaining momentum. At the Virginia Nebbiolo Summit, winemakers taste, collaborate, and test whether this iconic grape can truly thrive and age in Virginia. Continue reading Virginia Nebbiolo: Winemaker Exploration and Collaboration Yields Ageworthy Results
The third installment of Cellar Reflections tackles Cabernet Franc – some say it’s their favorite Virginia grape. Here’s what I like about it. Continue reading Cellar Reflections: Virginia Cabernet Franc
Longtime readers know Arterra is one of my favorite Virginia wineries. I’ve been drinking Jason Murray’s wines for nearly 20 … Continue reading Arterra’s 2023 Vintage: Why The 2023 Virginia Vintage Matters
Cellar Reflections entry focused on my growing love of Virginia Merlot. Continue reading Cellar Reflections: Merlot’s Place in Virginia Wine
Barrel tastings let us see how the vintage is settling and showing up – the wines are revealing their personalities. The 24 and 25 vintages are showing up strong and I’m excited about what is coming our way! Continue reading Tasting the Future: A Barrel Tasting at Keswick Vineyards
A new series – Cellar Reflections – on specific Virginia grapes I love and why I keep my wine collection the way I do. Check out this one on my favorite grape! Continue reading Cellar Reflections: Petit Verdot in Virginia Wine
Holiday times are magical, and time flows differently at the end of the year. What did you sip and savor during the holidays? Continue reading When Time Isn’t Real: Virginia Wines for That Weird Week Between the Holidays
2025 brought out some tremendous wines, and in my humble opinion, some really great winery visits, experiences, and posts on this blog. Here are my thoughts on a few of the very best things that happened this year on your favorite silly wine blog… Continue reading 2025 Wine Blog in Rewind
Corks popped. Bottles in the recycle bin. Memories made. The holidays pair well with Virginia Wine, and here is how I’ve been putting them together! Continue reading What’s Been in the Glass Lately: Holiday Edition
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